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Paycheck Protection Program Frequently Asked Questions
Paycheck Protection Program Frequently Asked Questions The Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, intends to provide timely additional guidance to address borrower and lender questions concerning the implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), established by section 1102 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act…
Read MoreRepublican Leader Releases Statement on Additional Funding for PPP
Republican Leader Releases Statement on Additional Funding for PPP Republican Leader Mitch McConnell released a statement announcing the need for additional funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The PPP is a $349 billion program for small businesses to cover payroll during the COVID19 pandemic. The program launched on Friday and has already dolled out…
Read MoreSBA’s Paycheck Protection Program for Small Businesses Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic Launches
SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program for Small Businesses Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic Launches The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched the Paycheck Protection Program, a $349 billion emergency loan program created last week by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Per the SBA: The loans are available to cover up to eight…
Read MoreUpdates to the CARES Act
Updates to the CARES Act The Trump Administration continues to update and provide additional information and resources with regard to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Assistance for Small Businesses The Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $349 billion toward job retention and…
Read MoreUS DOL Posts Temporary Rule Pursuant to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
US DOL Posts Temporary Rule Pursuant to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a temporary rule pursuant to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). Per the DOL: In this temporary rule, the Department: Issues rules relevant to the administration of the FFCRA’s paid leave requirements. Provides direction…
Read MoreEPA, NHTSA Release Final SAFE Vehicles Rule Text
EPA, NHTSA Release Final SAFE Vehicles Rule Text The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released the final text of the Safer Affordable Fuel Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles rule. To read the full text of the rule, click here. Categories Auto Repair Automotive Parts Clean Air Watch EPA Featured Information Availability…
Read MoreSBA Provides Information on PPP
SBA Provides Information on PPP The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to update their website on programs available for shops. Information is now included on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Per SBA, “the Paycheck Protection Program is designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on payroll by providing each small…
Read MoreU.S. Department of Treasury Provides Additional Resources for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID19
U.S. Department of Treasury Provides Additional Resources for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID19 The Automotive Service Association was notified by the White House that additional information for small businesses regarding the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act has been posted on the U.S. Department of Treasury website. The Department of Treasury in conjunction…
Read MoreUPDATE from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency on Critical Infrastructure Workers
UPDATE from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency on Critical Infrastructure Workers “President Trump released an updated guidance on those critical infrastructure workers providing essential services (attached). This is a federal advisory that ASA encourages states and municipalities to follow.”, stated Bob Redding, ASA’s Washington, D.C Representative. To read Version 2.0…
Read MoreNHTSA Announces NPRM for ADAS
NHTSA Announces NPRM for ADAS The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a notice of proposed rule making (NPRM) to “clarify the ambiguities in applying current crashworthiness standards to Automated Driving Systems (ADS) equipped vehicles without traditional manual controls, while maintaining the regulatory text’s application to more traditional vehicles and vehicles equipped with ADS…
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